The Canon PIXMA MP170 driver connects this all-in-one printer to your Windows PC, allowing supported applications to send print jobs and access available device settings. Installing the appropriate Canon software can also enable scanning functions, depending on the package and operating system compatibility.

Key Features

• Print settings control: Adjust paper size, media type, print quality, and page layout to suit everyday documents or photo projects.
• Scanning support: A compatible scanner driver allows supported software to capture documents and photos from the MP170’s flatbed scanner.
• Maintenance tools: Depending on the driver package, access utilities such as nozzle checks, printhead cleaning, and alignment to help address print-quality issues.
• Device communication: Helps Windows recognize the printer and pass print commands correctly, with status information available where supported.

How to Install

1. Check your Windows version. Confirm whether your PC runs Windows 11, 10, 8, or 7, and whether it uses a 32-bit or 64-bit system. The Canon PIXMA MP170 is an older model, so do not assume that a driver package supports every listed Windows version.
2. Choose a compatible download. Review the package’s operating system requirements and confirm that it specifically supports the MP170. Printing and scanning components may be provided separately. If your Windows version is not listed, check Canon’s compatibility guidance before proceeding.
3. Prepare the printer. Turn on the device, load paper, and clear any visible error messages. Unless the installation instructions say otherwise, leave the USB cable disconnected from the computer until prompted.
4. Run the installer. Extract the downloaded files if necessary, open the setup program, and approve the Windows permission prompt. Follow the on-screen instructions and connect the USB cable when requested.
5. Test the installation. Restart the computer if prompted, then locate the printer in Windows printer settings and print a test page. If you installed scanning software, try a preview scan as well.

If setup fails on Windows 11 or Windows 10, verify compatibility rather than repeatedly installing an older package. Windows may offer basic printing support, but full scanning and maintenance features are not guaranteed without compatible Canon software.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Driver install fails or stalls: Run the Canon setup as administrator, keep the MP170 disconnected from USB until the installer prompts, and close other printer software. If setup still fails, remove any previous PIXMA MP170 entries and retry.
• Device not detected: Confirm the MP170 is powered on and connected directly to a USB 2.0 port—not through a hub. Try another USB cable/port, then reinstall the driver. This model is USB-only, so no wireless setup applies.
• Version conflicts / duplicate printers: Uninstall old Canon PIXMA drivers and remove stale MP170 printer queues in Devices and Printers, restart Windows, then install the correct driver package for your Windows version.